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Dogs Hate Unfair Treatment Just Like Humans Do

Dogs Hate Unfair Treatment Just Like Humans Do

Dogs and wolves were recently found to be very sensitive to a lack of fairness – the same sensitivity shown (and long known) in...
Hate Rodents Get a Dog AND a Cat Scientists Say

Hate Rodents? Get a Dog AND a Cat, Scientists Say

A recent scientific study has reached a surprising conclusion – pairing dogs and cats in a household effectively keeps rodents away. The phrase “fighting...
Blistering Disorder in Dogs Can Now Be Prevented

Blistering Disorder in Dogs Can Now Be Prevented

Scientists have identified the gene responsible for a blistering skin disorder in dogs (and humans), which can now be prevented. Researchers at the University...
Kids Feel Closer to Their Dogs than Their Brothers and Sisters

Kids Feel Closer to Their Dogs than Their Brothers and Sisters

A new study has concluded that children prefer the company of their pets - dogs or cats - to that of their siblings, and...
Scientists Found Out Why Pugs Boxers and Bulldogs Have Flat Faces

Scientists Found Out Why Pugs, Boxers and Bulldogs Have Flat Faces

Scientists have conducted a study of canine DNA, and it has revealed the genetic reasoning behind the flat faces found in dogs like Bulldogs...
Dogs May Help Disabled Children Thrive Study'

Dogs May Help Disabled Children Thrive, Study Finds

A new study shows that the family dog could boost physical activity in children with disabilities and could lead to overall improvements in their...
New Study - Dogs Share Food With Their Friends But Not Strangers

New Study: Dogs Share Food With Their Friends But Not Strangers

A recent study shows that a behavior once considered specific to humans also exists in dogs: the selfless act of sharing food. A recent study,...
Study Shows Kids With Dogs Are Less Stressed

Study Shows Kids With Dogs Are Less Stressed

According to the latest research, pet dogs help kids feel less stressed, and provide healthy social support when stress arises. If you're still on the...
New Lyme Disease Map Outlines Rising Prevalence of Ticks

New Map Shows Where Dogs Are Most Likely to Get Lyme Disease

A new research developed a forecast map for Lyme disease in dogs to show where in the U.S. the infection is most likely to...
A New Method for Detecting Cat-Friendly Dogs

New Method for Detecting Cat-Friendly Dogs

Researchers used cat-related sights, sounds, and smells to determine how cat-friendly dogs are, and discovered that dogs rely heavily on hearing. Future dog adopters looking for...
Study Shows Which Dogs Think Independently

Study Shows Why Some Dogs Are More Independent Than Others

More to the proof of dog's intelligence, a study shows how social dynamics of dogs who know one another influences how they behave, respond,...
The New Evolutionary Tree of Dogs is Finally Here

The Evolutionary Tree of Dogs Has Finally Been Mapped Out

Researchers are using human migration patterns to piece together information on past dog breeds which could help fight future diseases. You ever wonder how...

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12 Indoor Dog Activities in Spring

Spring elements like allergies, fevers, and dangers can bar your excited Fidos from going outside. If your dog’s going to be stuck inside, then maybe...
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Do Dogs Act Different in Spring?

Dogs are cheerful pets, but do dogs act differently in spring? This is a question many dog owners ask, especially new ones. The thing is, in-season...
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Detox Diet for Dogs in Spring: What to Feed & How...

Spring is not only the best time to shake off the winter gloom, but it's also the perfect time to exercise and detoxify! Dogs can...
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12 Ways to Introduce a Puppy to Outdoor Adventures Safely

The winter's end is near... are you excited to get back to exploring the great outdoors? If you're wondering how to introduce a puppy to...
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6 Keys to Spring Cleaning Success for Dog Owners

Ah, the first days of spring! Crocuses blooming, fresh breezes, warm sunshine, and enough light that you can see every furball on the carpet and...
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14 Tips for the Perfect Spring Picnic with Dogs

Spring is just around the corner, and what better way for us pet parents to celebrate the sunshine, blooming flowers, and fresh air than...
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Shiba Inu Cost: How Much Does It Cost To Raise...

In 2024, the American Kennel Club listed the Shiba Inu as the 42nd most popular dog breed in the United States. They remain in...
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How to Set Up a Dog Feeding Station + 5 Creative...

If your dog’s bowls always seem to migrate around the kitchen or you’re tired of stepping on stray kibbles, a dedicated dog feeding station...
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6 Best & Safe Chocolate Alternatives for Dogs

Chocolates are a quintessential part of our Valentine's Day celebration... but what about our dogs? Nothing says "I love you" like chocolate, but even a...
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Virtual Dog Training Classes & 6 Online Places to Try

Did you know that more dog owners than ever are turning to online virtual dog training classes? What started as a pandemic trend has now...